Anson P. K. Safford
American politician (1830–1891) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Anson Pacely Killen Safford[Note 1] (c. February 14, 1830[Note 2]– December 15, 1891) was the third Governor of Arizona Territory. He was also a member of the California State Assembly from 1857–1858. Affectionately known as the "Little Governor" due to his 5-foot-6-inch (1.68 m) stature, he was also Arizona's longest-serving territorial governor. His work to create a public education system earned him the name "Father of the Arizona Public Schools".[1] Safford is additionally known for granting himself a divorce.[2]
Quick Facts 3rd Governor of Arizona Territory, Nominated by ...
Anson P. K. Safford | |
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3rd Governor of Arizona Territory | |
In office July 9, 1869 – April 5, 1877 | |
Nominated by | Ulysses S. Grant |
Preceded by | Richard C. McCormick |
Succeeded by | John Philo Hoyt |
Member of the California State Assembly from the 17th district | |
In office 1857–1859 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1830-02-14)February 14, 1830 Hyde Park, Vermont, U.S. |
Died | December 15, 1891(1891-12-15) (aged 61) Tarpon Springs, Florida, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) | Jenny L. Tracy (1869–1873) Margarita Grijalva (1878–1880) Soledad Bonillas (1881–) |
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